Re: I'd like to learn how to do a few things.....

Posted by patgreen On 2011/1/8 15:40:26

In view of my last post. WHy do u want to convert to alternator?????? MAYBE it would be easier and cheaper to rebuild your current generator. Maybe NOT!! I don;t know. So why do u plan a conversion???? Decisions are always in the details.

I have heard this argument/discussion before, of course. The problem for me is that in talking to the antique air people, the current draw for a running air conditioner is 20-25 amps. As I understand it, the generator is 35 amps. Add in idling time and possibly the addition of a cooling fan (electric, presumably what 5-10 amps?) turn on the headlights, run the radio and where are we?

It simply seems prudent to go the alternator route.

As to spares...I have none. No extra ironmongery of any kind sitting around. No welder or milling, either. Got a few woodworking tools, but don't see that helping.....

RE the locks: One is keyed incorrectly; the other is very difficult to open. Don't particularly want to be locked out, but would like to able to lock the doors on occasion.